Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
purpureolineata
ID:
638056

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kerr ex Craib

Source:
cmp

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1918: 364 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637388

Common Names

  • Purple-Line Damrongia
  • Purple-Lined Damrongia
  • Purple-Striped Damrongia

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Synonyms

  • Chirita purpureolineata (Kerr) D.Wood [unknown]

Description

Damrongia purpureolineata (also called Purple-lined Damrongia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodland and grassland. It has purple flowers and linear leaves with a purple-lined pattern.

Uses & Benefits

Damrongia purpureolineata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Damrongia purpureolineata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Damrongia purpureolineata is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings of the stems in spring or summer and rooting them in moist, well-drained soil. Division of the plant can also be done in spring or summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Damrongia purpureolineata

Damrongia purpureolineata can be found in Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia.

Damrongia purpureolineata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Damrongia purpureolineata?

Damrongia purpureolineata

What is the natural habitat of Damrongia purpureolineata?

Damrongia purpureolineata is native to Thailand and is commonly found in moist forests and grasslands.

What is the flowering period of Damrongia purpureolineata?

Damrongia purpureolineata typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2756733: Based on the initial data import
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Arthur Francis George Kerr (1877-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kerr' in the authors string.